Best Cryptos to Invest in for the Long Run - Expert Picks

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1. Bitcoin (BTC)

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2. Ethereum (ETH)

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3. Solana (SOL)

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4. Avalanche (AVAX)

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5. Zilliqa (ZIL)

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6. Uniswap (UNI)

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7. XRP (XRP)

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